**Prince William Honors Princess Kate Amidst Wedding Celebrations**

In a touching moment at the Duke of Westminster's wedding, Prince William paid tribute to his wife, Princess Kate, who was unable to attend due to her ongoing cancer treatment.

The heartfelt sentiment echoed through the crowd gathered outside Chester Cathedral on Friday, where a supporter shouted well wishes for the Princess, prompting a warm response from William.

The wedding of William's close friend, Hugh Grosvenor, to Olivia Henson saw the Prince of Wales stepping into the role of usher.

However, the absence of Kate was felt deeply, as she continues to focus on her health.

As William exited the venue, he acknowledged the crowd's kind words with a wave and a grateful expression, showcasing his love and support for his wife during this challenging time.

Earlier in the week, while attending a ceremony in Portsmouth to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day, William provided an update on Kate's condition.

Responding to a veteran's inquiry about her health, he shared, “She's better, thanks.

She wished she could have been here today.” William also reflected on Kate's familial ties to the event, noting that her grandmother had served at Bletchley, drawing parallels between her experiences and those of other women present.

Buckingham Palace later confirmed that Kate would not be attending the Colonel's Review on June 8, which is the final rehearsal before the Trooping the Colour ceremony.

Traditionally, Kate would take on the role of inspecting officer as the Colonel-in-Chief of the Irish Guards, but her focus is currently on recovery.

Kensington Palace indicated that she would return to her duties once cleared by her medical team.

According to Richard Eden from the Daily Mail, friends have hinted that we may not see Kate back in public until autumn, and only if her recovery progresses smoothly.

This raises questions about whether their children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—will participate in the upcoming Trooping the Colour parade on June 15 without their mother.

Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams previously expressed his belief that William would attend the event in his capacity as Colonel of the Welsh Guards, but it seems unlikely that Kate will join them due to her health concerns.

The participation of the children remains uncertain, adding another layer of complexity to the royal family's plans.

Interestingly, despite being Hugh Grosvenor's godson, Prince George was absent from the wedding.

Royal Editor Emily Nash explained that there were expectations for George to appear, possibly as a page boy.

However, with the wedding falling on a school day, William and Kate likely weighed the implications of pulling him out of class against setting a precedent for future events.

As the royal family navigates these challenges, they are also faced with the impending general election on July 4, which has already caused some royal engagements to be postponed or canceled.

The blend of personal and public responsibilities continues to shape the lives of the royals, reminding us that even within the grandeur of their roles, they are still a family dealing with real-life issues.

In the midst of these circumstances, Prince William's gestures of affection toward Princess Kate serve as a poignant reminder of their bond.